Legal Entity Controller

Responsibilities

• Legal entity controller of Mizuho Capital Markets LLC (“MCM”)
• Perform monthly/quarterly close functions for US GAAP and JGAAP
• Preparing reconciliations and reporting to ensure accuracy of the financials
• Preparing monthly financial statements, Head Office reporting, BHC reporting and other reports, as needed
• Perform variance analysis and prepare commentary for significant movements in Balance Sheet and P&L
• Perform balance sheet analysis and substantiation on a monthly basis
• Perform monthly intercompany analysis and reporting. Preparing reconciliations between entities as needed
• Preparation of financial statements with footnotes for MCM
• Prepare recurring and ad-hoc reports, forms and schedules to provide management and other stakeholders with financial information
• Provide support for system enhancement or business projects
• Assist senior staff in various other duties (i.e., tax, financial and regulatory reporting, and financial analysis)
• Confirm accuracy of any reports, forms, schedules and materials before submitting to reviewers
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards necessary for the completion of assigned tasks
• Maintain sufficient knowledge of the bank’s business operations and operational workflows
• Work with both internal and external audit on any requested info and support
• Liaise with Tokyo and NY based affiliates’ accounting staff along with product control, regulatory reporting and AP team

The expected base salary ranges from $115,000 - $190,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, including Medical, Dental and 401K plans, successful candidates are also eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.   

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill​, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.​​

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.